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Updated: 11/20/08

TORRANCE HIGH SCHOOL
A California Distinguished School

DAILY BULLETIN FOR
FRIDAY, June 6, 2008

Regular Bell Schedule

Period 0

7:00 to 7:53

(SSR)

11:13 to 11:31

Period 1

8:00 to 8:56

Period 4

11:13 to 12:24

Period 2

9:03 to 9:55

Lunch

12:24 to 1:04

Snack

9:55 to 10:07

Period 5

1:11 to 2:03

Period 3

10:14 to 11:06

Period 6

2:10 to 3:02

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General Bulletin

Schedule changes for fall 2008:If you would like make a change to the classes you requested for this fall, please submit a Request for a Class Change for Fall 2008 to the counseling office by 3:30pm on Fri., 6/6. There are bright pink forms in the counseling office and the form must be signed by your parent.

M. Dillon

Just a reminder that we will be screening a short film to promote our film festival today, 6/6, during SSR. The film is 9 minutes long and stars our own Mr. Breese as he tries to make a buck or two by claiming Torrance High's breezeway as his own. The film will be on the normal bulletin channel (channel 15).

S. Love

Any student planning on not attending Torrance HS next year because of a move or a change, please go to the counseling office for important information and paperwork that must be completed before finals.

M. Dillon

Looking to find out more information about Junior College! THE ATTIC will be hosting a College Information Course . The course begins Thurs., June 26th and will held every Thurs, 5-6 p.m. until July 31st. The fee is $10. The course will provide information on financial aid, costs, general education and much more. Call (310) 782-8828 for more information.

Dinner, dancing and great tunes under the stars this Saturday night at 7pm in the senior patio. It's the 10 th annual swing night with the THS jazz band.

D. Hagen

Interested in joining the THS Surf team next year? Stop by A202 for details and information. All are welcome to join.

M. Riley

Did you forget to turn in your summer school application (yellow) to the principal's office? Run, don't walk immediately to the principal's office with your application. Summer School begins Wed., June 25 and ends Fri., August 1.

T. Hollis

Summer School - If you turned in an application already please be ready to attend school on Wed., 6/25. Report approximately 15 minutes before class begins to the front of the auditorium. Program cards with room number will be issued at that time. No notice will be mailed home. Contact the principal's office if you have any questions.

T. Hollis

Any student interested in a Service League cabinet position must submit their name and desired office to Ms. Spradlin in rm. A205 by Fri., 6/6.

L. Spradlin

Iron Man? Indiana Jones? The real summer movie season begins Fri. with Torrance High's Film Festival. Tickets are a measly $5. Show starts at 7 pm.

S. Love

It's a marvelous night for a moondance. Come hear the THS Jazz Band this Sat., 6/7, at 7:00 pm.

D. Hagen

Come by the Administration Offices and see our 'Senior Walk of Fame' -- names of seniors and the college or university they will be attending. Congratulations and good luck to the Class of 2008!

TH

Debt List: Are you on the list? You must clear the list to receive your yearbook. Lists are in Activities.

MH

Seniors

Each senior will receive 8 tickets for graduation. If your family will need more than that you will have to negotiate with friends for extra tickets. We don't hold back extra tickets in any of the offices so ask fellow graduates if they can spare any extras.

M. Dillon

Last day to purchase Senior Luncheon tickets. Bring your cash or money order to rm. A203 so you are not left out while your classmates enjoy a delicious meal. No tickets will be sold after 3:15 on Friday.

K. Gasset

Your THS ID is needed to get into Grad Nite. Please bring your ID when you arrive at 9:00pm on the 18th. Also, last chance to purchase and pay balances for your entrance fee is Tuesday and Wednesday June 10th and 11 th.

L. Sullivan

If you have a guest who will needhandicapped seating and/or parking at graduation please turn in the name to Mr. O'Brien's office asap.

J. O'Brien

Harbor College is hosting an Open House on Sat., 6/14, 9am-2pm. You will be able to submit an application and see a counselor too. Campus tours are also scheduled.

M. Dillon

Seniors: You must pay senior fees to participate in upcoming Senior Activities: Baccalaureate, senior brunch, etc. Pay $20 in Activities at snack or lunch.

M. Hatanaka

Colleges/universities normally request a "final" transcript from students who are entering in the fall. Order your transcript now in the counseling office. You will need (1) completed form, (2) $2.00 for each transcript requested, and (3) provide a stamped legal size envelope addressed to the school of choice. DO NOT put your return address on the envelope. We will put THS's address at the return address.

M. Dillon

Seniors please remember that you must let colleges/universities know if you are expecting to earn a grade below a C in any of the classes you entered on your self-reported classes planned or in-progress on your college application. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of your admission to your campus. Questions? Contact the campus. Some schools/majors expect you to show up with a "similar" GPA as the one you were admitted with. Senior grades do count!

M. Dillon

Juniors

Current Juniors who plan to enroll in AP English next fall must pick up a copy of the summer reading list and assignment from their current English teacher. Questions? See Ms. Gonzales in rm. A231.

S. Gonzales

Clubs

Science Fiction club: Professor Oxley left us a cryptic message, but the last meeting of the year isTues. At lunch.

L. Siadek

MSA meeting tomorrow and please be on time.

B. Lewis

Fine Arts Club: Remember…banquet is on Thurs., 6/5 at Buca di Beppo. See you there!

CD Wright

Service Leaguemeeting on Tues., 6/10, in rm. A205. We will vote for next year's cabinet.

L. Spradlin

Faculty

All Faculty: You may begin entering your final grades on Mon., 6/9. It would be greatly appreciated if you could enter your grades by 12 noon on Friday, 6/20. However, if you are unable to do so, the absolute deadline is 12 noon, 6/23. If you have any questions, please call Joan at X7978.

Please be aware of your classes: Quarter class grades MUST be in the "Q4/A, Q4/C" columns. Semester class grades MUST be in the "S2/A, S2/C" columns.

Just a reminder that we will be screening a short film to promote our film festival today, 6/6, during SSR. The film is 9 minutes long and stars our own Mr. Breese as he tries to make a buck or two by claiming Torrance High's breezeway as his own. The film will be on the normal bulletin channel (channel 15).

S. Love

Building B Second floor: AP Physics is having its "Egg Drop" contest. Please excuse the noise.

D. Yee

Chief Clay extends an invitation to anyone interested in picking up the holiday decoration in rm. B220. First come, first served.

M. Clay

Faculty and Staff: Please turn in your certificate of absence to Theresa or Jo'Lynn soon after you receive them. If there are any corrections to your absence slip, please note and be sure to sign it before you turn it in.

J. Morita

Time to close the chapter on our 2007 - 2008 school year -- Let's send our retiree's and those that are moving on with a great End of Year Luncheon - turn in your reservation and money by June 11 to Mary D., Kelly G., Theresa H., Gwen N., or Sue T. Price is $28 for Sunshine members and $35 for non members.

T. Hollis